The
New York State Shields Inc. is a law enforcement fraternal organization
comprised of active and retired law enforcement officers throughout New
York State, as well as members of the community who support our cause.

Established in 1990 the primary mission of the Shields is to honor the

Memories of law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty

In addition, the Shields honors active officers who have performed heroic acts of

Bravery
and outstanding work in furtherance of our goal to foster positive and
professional working relations among the various law enforcement
agencies

that serve and protect our communities.

Every day the men and women of law enforcement put their lives on the line to

Protect this great country of ours.

Unfortunately, too many make the ultimate sacrifice-

their own lives.

The New York State Shields was founded by visionaries who sought to

Address a void, that being of recognizing the parent survivors who have lost a

son or daughter in the line of duty, while offering a strong support system to their families.

Throughout
the year, the New York State Shields hosts various events to honor
these hero’s where by honorees are presented with a variety of awards
for heroic acts performed in the line of duty.

Our Hero of the Month Award is awarded for individual heroic acts of bravery.

The Unit Citation is awarded for outstanding teamwork by members of a law enforcement agency.

The Purple Heart Medal is present to officers shot or wounded in the line of duty.

The Distinguished Service Cross
is awarded to officers who have endured through serious life
threatening injuries sustained while in the brave performance of duty.
These events culminate with our Memorial Breakfast in May where the
families of slain officers who have made the supreme sacrifice are
presented with

the NYS Shields Medal of Valor in memory of those officers who have been

killed or died while in the performance of duty.

This
very special solemn event has become one of the most highly visible and
recognized events in the law enforcement community. It is held in
commemoration leading up to National Police Memorial Week festivities
held in

Washington,
D.C. The highlight of which are a candlelight vigil and a memorial
service where the President of the United States address surviving
families and law enforcement personnel from across the nation.

The NYS Shields is recognized as a 501c3 tax deductible charitable organization with
membership open to law enforcement officers nationwide. Since its
inception, the NYS Shields, Inc has become one of the most visible and
widely respected fraternal organizations throughout the New York area.
The organization would not stand tall without the help and support from
our membership and those who volunteer their time to carry out its
mission.

For membership information, please find us on Facebook under NYS Shields

The New York State Shields is a
FEDERALLY recognized not for profit organization with 501 (c) - (3)
status

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